Character Counts is a program that encompasses the pillars of Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. At STEAM Academy we teach, enforce, advocate and model these six pillars. Character Counts was designed as a character-development framework that can be implemented on many levels. It works in a single classroom as well as an entire school community.
Trustworthiness
- Be honest
- Don’t deceive, cheat or steal
- Be reliable
- Do the right thing
- Build a good reputation
- Be loyal
Respect
- Treat others with respect
- Follow the Golden Rule
- Use good manners, not bad language
- Be considerate of the feelings of others
- Don’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone
Responsibility
- Do what you are supposed to do
- Plan ahead
- Be diligent
- Do your best
- Think before you act
- Set a good example for others
Fairness
- Play by the rules
- Take turns and share
- Be open-minded; listen to others
- Don’t take advantage of others
- Don’t blame others carelessly
- Treat all people fairly
Caring
- Be kind
- Be compassionate and show you care
- Express gratitude
- Forgive others
- Help people in need
- Be charitable and altruistic
Citizenship
- Do your share to make your school and community better
- Cooperate
- Be a good neighbor
- Obey laws and rules
- Respect authority
- Protect the environment
- Volunteer